Manchester United have secured the signing of Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for a fee slightly above €40 million, with improved payment terms over three years, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 22-year-old has signed a contract until June 2029, with an option for an additional season.
Contract Details
Zirkzee’s transfer marks the first signing under the new INEOS ownership era at Manchester United. The club opted not to trigger the release clause but negotiated a deal with better financial terms.
Background
The move follows a series of negotiations and reports over the past weeks:
- 2024-07-09: Manchester United were set to finalise the signing.
- 2024-07-07: The club was close to securing Zirkzee’s services.
- 2024-07-06: Talks were ongoing with Zirkzee’s agent.
- 2024-07-02: Zirkzee was nearing an exit from Bologna amid United’s interest.
- 2024-06-28: Manchester United were informed of Zirkzee’s €40m release clause.
Player Profile
Zirkzee, known for his versatility and goal-scoring ability, previously played for Bayern Munich before moving to Bologna. His style of play includes strong aerial presence and technical skills, making him a valuable addition to Manchester United’s attacking options.